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BEVERLY EAVES PERDUE
GOVERNOR
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR
20301 MAIL SERVICE CENTER • RALEIGH, NC 27699-0301
Nov. 19, 2012
Contact: Chris Mackey
Office: (919) 733-5612
Gov. Perdue Announces 200 New Jobs with S&D Coffee Expansion
State Grants Assist Company with Cabarrus County Expansion
RALEIGH – Gov. Bev Perdue announced today that S&D Coffee, a privately-owned manufacturing and distribution company that produces coffee, tea and other beverages, will expand its presence in Concord. The company plans to create 200 jobs over the next five years and invest $97 million. The project was made possible in part by state grants from the Job Development Investment Grant and the One North Carolina Fund award.
“Creating new jobs is my top priority,” said Gov. Perdue, “One of the best ways to do that is by helping existing companies expand. We know we have a strong business climate and the skilled workforce that S&D Coffee needs to grow and thrive in North Carolina.”
Founded in1927 in Charlotte, S&D Coffee began providing fresh roasted coffee to local and regional grocery stores. The company grew and expanded its product offerings and services to customers. Currently, S&D produces an extensive line of products that include roasted whole bean and ground coffee, specialty coffees, cappuccinos, lattes, hot chocolates, iced tea, hot tea, juices, syrups, toppers and condiments. The company supplies coffee products to restaurants, hotels, vending and offices.
"Our business continues to grow and expand at a time when many companies have struggled" said Ron Hinson, chairman of the board, president, & CEO of S&D Coffee and Tea. "We considered locations in other states for this new round of expansion, but decided to stay in North Carolina and the Concord community. We thank the state of North Carolina, Cabarrus County and the city of Concord for their tremendous support. It seems fitting that S&D’s bright future as

BEVERLY EAVES PERDUE
GOVERNOR
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR
20301 MAIL SERVICE CENTER • RALEIGH, NC 27699-0301
Nov. 19, 2012
Contact: Chris Mackey
Office: (919) 733-5612
Gov. Perdue Announces 200 New Jobs with S&D Coffee Expansion
State Grants Assist Company with Cabarrus County Expansion
RALEIGH – Gov. Bev Perdue announced today that S&D Coffee, a privately-owned manufacturing and distribution company that produces coffee, tea and other beverages, will expand its presence in Concord. The company plans to create 200 jobs over the next five years and invest $97 million. The project was made possible in part by state grants from the Job Development Investment Grant and the One North Carolina Fund award.
“Creating new jobs is my top priority,” said Gov. Perdue, “One of the best ways to do that is by helping existing companies expand. We know we have a strong business climate and the skilled workforce that S&D Coffee needs to grow and thrive in North Carolina.”
Founded in1927 in Charlotte, S&D Coffee began providing fresh roasted coffee to local and regional grocery stores. The company grew and expanded its product offerings and services to customers. Currently, S&D produces an extensive line of products that include roasted whole bean and ground coffee, specialty coffees, cappuccinos, lattes, hot chocolates, iced tea, hot tea, juices, syrups, toppers and condiments. The company supplies coffee products to restaurants, hotels, vending and offices.
"Our business continues to grow and expand at a time when many companies have struggled" said Ron Hinson, chairman of the board, president, & CEO of S&D Coffee and Tea. "We considered locations in other states for this new round of expansion, but decided to stay in North Carolina and the Concord community. We thank the state of North Carolina, Cabarrus County and the city of Concord for their tremendous support. It seems fitting that S&D’s bright future as